The 2026 list of essential services for expats living in Czechia

From visas to taxes, pet sitting to dentists and more, these are some of the most common English-friendly resources expats need in Prague and beyond.

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Written by Expats.cz Creative Studio Published on 24.03.2026 08:00:00 (updated on 24.03.2026) Reading time: 8 minutes

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No matter how settled you are in Czechia, there are certain services every expat will eventually need. From handling official paperwork and taxes to keeping your home spotless, repairing tech, or storing belongings, this list points to a few English-speaking companies available to help in Prague and elsewhere across the country.

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Bilingual preschool education

Bfresh Preschool in Prague 6 combines Czech and English instruction for children aged 2–6, supporting bilingual development and academic readiness. The curriculum balances structured learning with creativity, exploration, thematic projects, and outdoor exploration, supported by caring, experienced teachers.

Bfresh Preschool

Thai massage services

Beyond relaxation, bodywork can provide a mindful pause and a cultural touchpoint for newcomers settling into life in Prague. Lanna K Original Thai Massage offers authentic treatments from certified Thai masseuses at studios in Vinohrady and Palmovka. Sessions ease muscle strain, improve energy flow, and promote overall well-being.

Lanna K Original Thai Massage

A way to get to know Prague's history

If you're new to the city, Story of Prague offers a fun way to explore its past, including its medieval legends and dramatic turning points of the 20th century. Guided by a virtual “Ghost of the House,” visitors can explore 800 years of history through an immersive experience with props, storytelling, and augmented reality.

Story of Prague

Furniture and restoration services

Many expats in Prague move into unfurnished or older apartments that need customization. Belánský Furniture Studio crafts solid-wood furniture and restores vintage items, allowing customers to collaborate on custom pieces or bring family heirlooms back to life through a unique hands-on approach.

Belánský Furniture Studio

Property law services

JUDr. Oto Ryneš helps expats with property purchases, sales, lease agreements, attorney escrow, and investment matters. With experience living and studying in English-speaking countries, he offers practical guidance tailored to international clients, ensuring agreements are sound and compliant.

JUDr. Oto Ryneš

Financial services

Grinex provides comprehensive accounting, taxes, payroll, HR, and consulting for individuals and companies across Prague, České Budějovice, and Karlovy Vary. Their team handles everything from managing accounts to navigating audits with personalized guidance, so clients can make informed financial decisions and remain compliant in Czechia.

Grinex Advisory

Certified translation and interpreting services

Channel Crossings helps expats prepare paperwork with court-certified translations accepted by Czech authorities. The team can provide interpreting at ministries and offices, proofread legal or academic texts, assist clients with visa applications and diploma recognition, and support other formal procedures with confidence.

Channel Crossings

Tax advisement

Even for locals, Czech taxes can get complicated quickly. ATLANTAXA Consulting, led by registered tax advisor Martin Repa, helps expats and foreign companies navigate residency rules, double taxation, and reporting requirements. Their practical guidance makes complex tax issues more manageable, helping clients stay compliant.

ATLANTAXA Consulting

Dental care

Trindadent in Vinohrady offers a full range of dental care, from routine check-ups to implants, cosmetic dentistry, and emergency treatment. With an English-speaking team and a welcoming environment, patients can address dental needs confidently, whether it’s preventive care, aesthetic treatments, or urgent interventions, right in the city center.

Trindadent

Teen coaching support

Through a 12-week program for ages 16–19, Martina Očadlíková offers support which expat teens adjusting to life in Czechia can relate to. Sessions, available in person or online, use guided conversations to build self-awareness and confidence in decisions about university, relationships, and future career paths.

Martina Očadlíková

Company formation assistance

Starting a company in a new country is full of unfamiliar rules. CzechCo helps expats launch businesses in Prague with guidance on registration, licensing, and taxes. By managing the administrative hurdles, the team lets newcomers focus on growing their operations confidently. They also handle company liquidation if you stop trading or move away.

CzechCo

Event planning assistance

Events can make a new city feel like home, especially if they’re done right. Boca Events creates immersive corporate and private experiences across Czechia, assisting with every detail from scenography to catering. The studio takes the guesswork out of local logistics, turning celebrations, launches, and gatherings into seamless, memorable experiences.

Boca Events

Employee relocation coordination

The first day in a new country sets the tone for everything that follows. IBS ensures international employees arrive in the Czechia ready to focus on work and life, coordinating visas, housing, schools, and local bureaucracy. Their team helps newcomers settle in smoothly so they can seamlessly kickstart their careers abroad.

IBS

Virtual business assistance

Through their virtual setup, Sídlofirmy helps first-time entrepreneurs, freelancers, and more manage company registrations, administrative changes, and ongoing paperwork. Clients can delegate tasks like accounting, legal updates, and virtual office management, helping them run a company in the Czech Republic without the usual bureaucracy issues.

Sídlofirmy

Opticians and eye care

S Optic offers comprehensive eye exams, glasses, and ongoing monitoring. English-speaking staff explain results clearly, recommend specialist referrals if needed, and handle repairs or adjustments. With a focus on comfort and clarity, the clinic makes managing eye health in Prague straightforward.

S Optic

Therapy and counseling support

Daniel, an Integrative Gestalt therapist, helps clients manage stress, anxiety, and relational challenges through practical, personalized guidance. Drawing on decades of international experience and training in trauma, family systems, and mindfulness, his approach helps people foster self-understanding and well-being in their daily lives.

Daniel, Integrative Gestalt Therapist

Self-storage in the city

With locations in Holešovice, Pankrác, and Dejvice, Less Mess Storage offers secure units for individuals and businesses looking to free up space. Clients can store furniture, documents, or company stock safely and access them when needed, offering a practical solution whether you're moving, renovating, or clearing out seasonal items.

Less Mess Storage

Phone and tech repair

With no official Apple Store in Czechia, TheiPhone.cz, located in Prague 2, thankfully fills that gap. The shop provides fast repairs for Apple devices, including iPhones, iPads, MacBooks, iMacs, and Mac minis. Many fixes can be completed within hours, including some Windows laptops.

TheiPhone.cz

Startup consulting services

AMS Europe helps startups, SMEs, and international firms with company formation, accounting, tax compliance, and additional specialized solutions. Based in Prague, their team provides end-to-end guidance and multilingual support, simplifying operations and helping expats navigate a new market with confidence.

AMS Europe

Immigration assistance

Moving and living in the Czech Republic often means navigating complex residency and work permits. MuradVisa guides you through the process, offering clear support every step of the way. Whether you’re an individual or a company, their expertise helps you avoid common bureaucracy and feel confident about compliance.

MuradVisa

Accounting and payroll services

PAYPLE helps expats, freelancers, and businesses stay on top of accounting, payroll, and tax obligations in English, French, or Czech. By handling filings and returns accurately and on time, PAYPLE lets clients focus on work and life in Prague without worrying about financial compliance.

PAYPLE

Language classes

Located in Prague 1, Language Atelier offers Czech, English, German, French, Spanish, and more, with small-group classes and individualized lessons held in-person or online. Native-speaking teachers focus on practical communication, conversational skills, and cultural context, helping newcomers navigate daily life and professional interactions.

Language Atelier

Business and corporate legal services

If you're running a business or investing in Czechia, MJZ Legal offers assistance with corporate and commercial law, contract law, real estate law, dispute resolution, labor law, and criminal defense, and cross-border matters. Based in Prague and Příbram, the firm's legal and tax knowledge helps clients structure transactions efficiently while minimizing risk.

MJZ Team

Pet care services

Dogitory ensures dogs are genuinely well cared for and happy. Across Prague, they offer dog sitting, daycare, and training, sharing daily updates so owners feel connected even when they’re away. Each dog receives attention from its experienced staff, who tailor services to each pet's personality, including exercise and play.

Dogitory

Property management

If you have an investment property in Czechia, Orion can help manage it. The company can take care of tenant placement, day-to-day operations, property maintenance, and other operational and logistical details for apartments, family homes, and more.

ORION Realit, s.r.o.

Crisis and mental health support

Adapting to a new country can heighten stress, anxiety, and other mental health challenges. Ari, a crisis psychologist and therapist, offers evidence-based support in English and Russian through video, audio, or text sessions. Clients begin with a free consultation in a supportive environment, to develop personalized strategies for coping and building resilience.

Ari

Stress-free moving solutions

For newcomers, Chili Auto handles packing, transport, office relocation and assembly for local and international moves, helping expats relocate efficiently in Prague. Their experienced team ensures delicate items arrive safely and timelines are met, so clients can focus on settling in.

Chili Auto

Immigration and civil legal services

Based in Prague, Františka Lhotáková helps newcomers settle in smoothly while addressing essential legal needs efficiently. Support includes navigating Czech residency, citizenship, and civil matters, family reunification, relocation, property, and other legal processes, making it easier to understand local regulations and avoid common pitfalls.

Františka Lhotáková

Cross-border legal services

Legal matters that cross borders can be tricky to manage alone. Koubíková Legal advises expats on contracts, transactions, and disputes involving multiple jurisdictions. The firm helps clients manage international affairs with clarity and confidence, whether online or in person.

Koubíková Legal

Flexible self-storage units

Not every apartment in Prague has enough room for everything. Super Storage offers secure, drive-up units from 2 m² to 12 m² across multiple city locations, with rentals handled entirely online. Flexible durations make it easy for families, students, and businesses to store belongings. Contact them to learn more about current promotions.

Super Storage

Eco-friendly home cleaning

Boží úklid offers premium home cleaning services in Prague. They focus on sustainable cleaning practices, and their experienced staff, flexible scheduling, and easy online booking app simplifies every task. The team uses ecological products mixed fresh for every visit, so clients never need to provide supplies.

Boží úklid

An event venue for any celebration

Located in Prague 8, Castle Residence combines a restaurant, event space, and more in one place. The location offers a terrace, bowling, mini-golf, and family-friendly play areas, with an on-site team ready to organize weddings, corporate events, private parties, and catering across the Czech Republic.

Castle Residence

While we encourage you to bookmark this list of professionals and experts for times when you need English-friendly support, this list is by no means comprehensive. For an even wider range of services you can also search our directory of local businesses.

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